2009 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina

To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (256 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (172 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 558 kg more than 2002 Toyota Caldina.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Wrangler.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Jeep Wrangler 2002 Toyota Caldina
Make Jeep Toyota
Model Wrangler Caldina
Year Released 2009 2002
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3980 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 172 HP 256 HP
Torque 296 Nm 324 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2043 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 4030 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2710 mm


 

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